Re: Blue Rockthrushes

[Mike Owen <>]

Philip M Hansbro wrote:
> 
> As Russell says this must be an escape. They can't fly more than 100 yards
> and it's not even on the British list!!
> Cheers
> Phil.
> 
 
The Blue Rockthrush is not kept in aviculture in Queensland to the best
of my knowledge.  In fact I doubt it is present in any Australian
aviary.  Environment Australia could confirm this through their Register
of Exotic Birds in Australia.

A boat bird maybe, more likely chased out by the smoke up north, but not
an aviary escapee.

cheers,

Mike Owen
Sunshine Coast, Qld.